SPECIALI

Umbro reinvents its Speciali Football Boot for 2008/09 season, offering a new twist to a modern classic football boot.

The Speciali has developed a reputation as a classic football boot chosen by those players who favour simple elegance over modern designs. Over the years, the Speciali has been associated with many players perhaps most notably Alan Shearer who scored the majority of his 313 career goals in the Speciali.

Now, with the launch of the Speciali 2008 version another bastion of English football has chosen to wear the football boot – Michael Owen.

The original football boot was launched back in 1992 and has graced football pitches all over the world scoring some of the most famous goals ever, who can forget Roberto Carlos bending free kick against France in Le Tournoi or Michael Owen’s wonder goal in France 98? Both were scored in Speciali. Other notable past players include Rivaldo, Henrik Larrson, Steve McManaman and Mark Hughes, so these football boots have goals in them!

For 2008 Umbro have put a modern twist on the football boot through the subtle integration of state of the art technologies, while maintaining original features which have ensured the football boots position as a classic.

Technology Highlights

The Speciali utilises original wishbone technology for superb foot stability.

In addition, a new covered lacing helps to provide total ball control and unparalleled style.

Meanwhile, the original Italian K leather makes for the ultimate comfort and feel.

Michael Owen

I am delighted that Umbro have chosen to relaunch the Speciali.' The football boot has reached legendary status among players at all levels over the years and I am looking forward to kicking off next season in the 2008 version.